Milwaukee's newest maker of adult beverages opens this month — and it's not a brewery.

Central Standard Craft Distillery plans to begin offering tours and tastings at its Walker's Point facility on June 28, the business announced Thursday. The distillery has its federal permit, but still needs final state approval before it can start making spirits.

Central Standard is owned by Evan Hughes, Pat McQuillan and Brandt Foster. Its head distiller is Brian Blazel, a former Milwaukee Brewing Co. brewer.

The company's first spirits, rye-based vodka, wheat-based gin and white whiskey, will be sold at the distillery's tasting room for the first two months before being sold in Milwaukee-area liquor stores and taverns, Hughes said.

"We really want people to come down and experience the brand" at the tasting room before the spirits are sold elsewhere, he said. The tasting room serves as a tavern, and includes flat screen TVs and snacks to encourage patrons to stick around for a while.

Bourbon, which requires a lengthy aging process, will be available in two years.

Central Standard is tapping the growing demand for locally made craft spirits, and is targeting higher-end customers. The 750-ml bottles will sell for around $25 to $30 each.

That's higher end, but still priced below some brands, McQuillan said. The idea is for "everyone from the factory worker to the corner office worker sharing the same drink," he said.

Financing for Central Standard's $900,000 in start-up costs include a $150,000 loan from Milwaukee Economic Development Corp., a non-profit business lender affiliated with the City of Milwaukee.

Central Standard is a good match for Walker's Point, home to several craft food and beverage makers, Hughes said.